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The Seaboard goby (Gobiosoma ginsburgi) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Western Atlantic off North America; shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
Description
The seaboard goby is a small goby (Gobiidae) from the western Atlantic off the east coast of North America. The species is small and has a scale-poor, mottled body with a few crossbars and fused pelvic fins forming a sucking disc. It inhabits shallow coastal waters and estuaries, where it keeps among shells, stones and in empty shells or small holes. On the bottom it feeds on small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Seaboard goby?
The Seaboard goby has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Sucker pelvic fins; shelters among shells and stones of shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
Where does the Seaboard goby live?
The Seaboard goby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Western Atlantic off North America; shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
How big does the Seaboard goby get?
The Seaboard goby grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Seaboard goby dangerous to humans?
No, the Seaboard goby is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Seaboard goby edible?
The Seaboard goby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Gobiosoma
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